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Perfecting Peak Season: A Comprehensive Guide for Freight Forwarders
Whether your peak season happens in Q4 like so many freight forwarders or you follow a different pattern, you’re highly likely to experience seasonal ups and downs in your operations. For freight forwarders, peak seasons represent both significant challenges and...
What Every Logistics Provider Needs to Know About Marine Cargo Insurance
Given the many risks and perils that affect ocean shipping, safeguarding cargo during transit is paramount. Marine cargo insurance stands as a crucial shield against uncertainties that can disrupt fragile supply chains. For logistics providers, understanding the...
What Freight Forwarders Need to Know About Port Strikes
The number of port strikes around the world has been rising in recent months, bringing entire regions to a halt and wreaking havoc for the many people and businesses that rely on them. In fact, according to Crisis24, a maritime security consultancy, the number of...
6 Ways to Maximize Efficiency in Breakbulk Cargo Shipping
It’s no secret that shipping is complex and demanding. But breakbulk cargo shipping layers on a whole other set of challenges for freight forwarders. The opportunity is great for those who can rise to the challenge: although containerized freight has a stronghold on...
Sustainability in the Supply Chain: The Vital Role of Freight Forwarders
Sustainability has emerged as a critical focus in recent years, with increasing recognition of the impact businesses have on the environment, society, and the economy. As intermediaries between numerous businesses impacting global shipments day in and day out, freight...
Navigating the Storm: How Freight Forwarders Can Prepare for Hurricane Season
In the dynamic world of freight forwarding, so many factors can impact the smooth flow of goods from one location to another. Natural disasters such as hurricanes represent some of the most significant and unpredictable of these challenges. Whether you’re located in a...
Is human-in-the-loop AI the future of freight forwarding?
The freight forwarding landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by advancements in technology, heavy competition, and soaring consumer expectations. Keeping up with evolving expectations amidst growing complexity and fragility means one thing: innovation is absolutely...
Supply Chain Vulnerability: Identifying and Mitigating Risks in Your Operations
In today's interconnected world, supply chains have become increasingly complex, making them vulnerable to various risks and disruptions. Recent events like the COVID-19 pandemic, the Suez Canal blockage, and cyberattacks on critical infrastructure have demonstrated...
7 Ways to Optimize Productivity and Profitability of Last Mile Delivery
Last-mile delivery, the final step of the transportation and logistics process, is a critical element for shippers, couriers, and freight forwarders. It’s the point at which goods are delivered to their final destination, whether it be a residential or commercial...
How to Stay Competitive in a Crowded Freight Forwarding Market
The global freight forwarding industry is hyper-competitive, with numerous players ranging from small, independent forwarders and startup digital forwarders to huge multinational 3PLs. According to a report by Allied Market Research, the global freight forwarding...